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Target names PepsiCo executive Jim Lee CFO
He replaces Michael Fiddelke, who had served jointly as COO and CFO since February. Fiddelke will stay on as operations chief.
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Ipsy names CEO
Galen Smith spent six years as Redbox Entertainment’s CEO and brings over two decades of membership-based business model experience.
By Howard Ruben • Sept. 19, 2024 -
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Tupperware files for bankruptcy amid lender opposition
The iconic housewares brand, famous for its direct-sales parties, has been slow to adapt to e-commerce and omnichannel retail.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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Sam’s Club bumps starting wage to $16, accelerates increases for front-line workers
Employees’ average hourly rate will be around $19 — a figure that has increased nearly 30% in the past five years.
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Purple revamped its supplier and logistics network. Here’s why.
The mattress maker sought an increase in gross margin by diversifying its sourcing and simplifying its delivery operations.
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Amazon trims California warehouse footprint
The e-commerce giant is closing facilities in Irvine and West Sacramento, impacting more than 300 employees.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 17, 2024 -
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Target wants to hire 100K people for the holidays
The retailer also teased a holiday assortment that's 50% larger than last year and includes "thousands" of low-cost items.
By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Biden-Harris administration takes aim at de minimis exemption
The administration plans to limit the type of goods that qualify for the exemption, targeting the likes of Shein and Temu.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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La-Z-Boy streamlines supply chain with Mexico consolidation
The furniture maker is moving some of its upholstery operations and plans to shutter a leased cut and sew facility.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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With new investment, Kendra Scott eyes geographic, category growth
Private equity firm 65 Equity Partners has invested an undisclosed amount in the accessories brand, though founder Scott herself retains a majority stake.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Sephora North America names next CFO and Petco’s losses grow
Ten-year company veteran Delphine Herve will take on the position at the beauty retailer. Meanwhile, the pet retailer saw net loss surge by 70% in Q2.
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Ross switches up its merchandising leadership team
The discount retailer promoted two longtime employees to the chief merchant positions at its Ross and DD’s Discounts banners.
By Kaarin Vembar • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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Big Lots gets court OK for $550M in bankruptcy financing
The funding will allow the bargain-focused retailer to continue normal operations, including paying employees and vendors.
By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 12, 2024 -
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L’Occitane opens Manhattan boutique, plans more store openings this fall
The 891-square-foot store features a variety of services and is one of five boutiques the company plans to open in the surrounding area this fall.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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GameStop eyes more store closures as sales fall 31%
A store optimization review is underway as the video game retailer continues to face significant obstacles.
By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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Mattel appoints chief strategy officer
Ken Wee, who previously held the same role at Activision Blizzard, will oversee all aspects of strategic planning and corporate development.
By Howard Ruben • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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After shuttering stores at home, Bed Bath & Beyond is going global
A new licensing program includes plans to open locations in Mexico and could extend to other Beyond Inc. brands.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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The big switch: Why Shoe Carnival is flipping some of its stores into Shoe Stations
In a few test locations, stores that were rebannered as Shoe Stations performed “exceptionally well,” according to CEO Mark Worden.
By Kaarin Vembar • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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Backcountry acquired by CSC Generation Enterprise
The outdoor gear retailer will continue to operate under its own name and recently moved to expand into wholesale.
By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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Under Armour to close California distribution center amid restructuring plan
The decision to exit one of its primary distribution facilities will cost the athletics retailer an additional $70 million in restructuring charges.
By Cara Salpini • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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Probiotic brand Seed launches at Target nationwide
The move marks the brand’s first partnership with a big-box retailer and follows its debut on Amazon earlier this year.
By Howard Ruben • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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Family Dollar implements AI tech for category management, merchandising
The discount chain has selected Dunnhumby to power a platform aimed at localizing product assortment to better meet shoppers’ needs.
By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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Private equity firm sweeps up LL Flooring, which will stay in business after all
The bankrupt home improvement company, previously Lumber Liquidators, has inked a deal to be acquired by F9 Investments, its largest shareholder.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 9, 2024
